Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA)

Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA) Duties and Responsibilities:

• Observing patients and assessing their behavior
• Meeting with families, teachers, or doctors to discuss the patient’s treatment and progress and recommend ways to address behavioral issues
• Developing individual plans to correct, maintain, or improve certain behaviors
• Create simulated conditions where you will observe the behavior of each client
• Formulate an appropriate treatment plan that is sensitive to clients’ cognitive, social, emotional, and sensory needs 
• Administer treatment and tailor interventions as needed 
• Suggest additional treatment by other professionals as required
• Operate within time, financial, and other resource constraints 
• Remain abreast of changes in research on evidence-based practices
• Advocate for the inclusion of individuals with disorders and disabilities within society

Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA) Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven work experience as a BCBA or similar role
• Knowledge of appropriate referral procedures
• Excellent verbal and report writing skills
• Calm, empathic, and patient nature 
• The ability to remain composed and adherent to best practices, even when under duress 
• Relevant training and/or certifications as a BCBA